Arboricultural officer

Reporting to the Operations Manager. The Arboricultural officer will be required to manage, carry out routine and ad-hoc inspections on highways assets respond to enquiries and requests for service, engaging with various stakeholders. To identify and order highway green operations maintenance works in accordance with policy, contract requirements and the business plan. To work as part of a team in order to achieve a high level of customer service, to ensure that the highway network is safe for all users and to contribute to the company's overall business objectives.,

• Manage the Cheshire East Highways tree inspection programme and support staff in line with the Cheshire East Highways Tree Risk Management Strategy


• Perform and accurately report tree Inspections and Service Inspections across the Cheshire East road network as set out in the Inspection Schedule.


• Perform walked and driven inspections working alone and alongside others.


• Receive enquiries and requests for service for a geographical area of the borough. Carry out inspections and investigations as required in order to determine the appropriate response or action required.


• Consider options and provide appropriate outcome for each enquiry in accordance with current policies, strategies, business plan and customer journey.


• Meet with customers on site to discuss highway maintenance or highway related matters. Conduct such meetings in a courteous manner and explain any technical issues clearly. Manage expectations but consider what action might be appropriate, balanced with policy and budget considerations.
  
  RCF Level 6 Arboriculture (e.g. BSc. RFS Professional Diploma, LANTRA, Professional /Tree Inspection)


• QTRA registered.


• A full UK driving licence is essential.


• Excellent verbal and good written communication skills are essential.


• Good IT skills are essential, particularly MS Office and GIS systems desirable.
  
  We are Ringway Jacobs, a leading highways service provider working with local authorities across the UK. Formed in 2005, specifically to provide road network management solutions to local government, our unique blend of engineering capability, innovation and customer care make us the best in class. We support over 10,000 miles of highways, 10,000 miles of footway, almost 7,800 miles of public rights of way and 242,000 street lights. We excel in delivering safe, sustainable service excellence, through our passion, integrity and collaborative culture.


Ringway Jacobs is an equal opportunities employer. We wish to ensure equality of opportunity in employment and the fair treatment of all our employees.

At Ringway Jacobs we recognise that our people make the difference, and in order to do what we do well, particular care is taken in nurturing and investing in our people. That's why you will always be given the opportunity to utilise your expertise and develop your career.

Ringway Jacobs recognises the importance of helping our employees balance their work and home life by offering flexible working arrangements across many of our roles. We therefore welcome applications from people looking for an alternative working pattern e.g. part-time hours, job share etc. Please let us know on your CV or cover letter if this is what you are looking for.
In return for your hard work you will receive:

• Sick Pay


• Competitive salary


• Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days extra leave


• A variety of discounts through our "RJ Rewards" app, including restaurants, holidays, days out etc


• Life Assurance


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Pension scheme